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Julio César Chávez Says Son Was Pressured Once to Act as Sinaloa Cartel Enforcer

"My son did not want to, but he said, 'Okay, I will hit him once, but forgive him.' He gave the person a light tap, and because of that they let him go," Julio César Chávez said.

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Julio César Chávez Backs Son Amid Drug Trafficking Probe: 'If He Was a Narco, I'd Put Him in Jail Myself'

"Everyone who knows my son Julio knows perfectly well that he is not connected to a drug cartel or weapons or anything like that. Has he had addiction problems? Yes, indeed, just like me. But he is fighting it," Chávez Sr. said.

Latin Times

Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Speaks For The First Time Since Being Arrested In The U.S. On Cartel-Related Charges: 'It Was Shocking'

Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. spoke publicly for the first time since he was arrested in the U.S. on cartel-related charges, calling the incident a "shock"

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Julio César Chávez Jr. to Return to the Ring in December Despite Facing Organized Crime Trial in Mexico

Julio César Chávez Jr., eldest son of the Mexican boxing legend Julio César Chávez, is set to step back into the ring on December 13 in San Luis Potosí, even as he remains on probation while facing trial for organized crime and arms trafficking.

Latin Times

Julio César Chávez Travels to Sonora and Meets with Son Junior for the First Time After his Arrest - VIDEO

The son of the boxing champion was deported from the United States to Mexico following his arrest in July due to alleged links to the Sinaloa Cartel.

Latin Times

Julio César Chávez Jr. Returns to Boxing Gym in Mexico Just 48 Hours After Release

The controversial son of legendary Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez was conditionally released over the weekend after a judge ruled he could continue his trial at liberty. Julio César Chávez Jr. faces charges related to his alleged association with the Sinaloa Cartel.

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Lawyer Of Julio César Chávez Jr. Explains Why He Was Released From Prison While Awaiting For Trial

Julio César Chávez Jr. is accused of taking part in the illicit trafficking of firearms into Mexico on behalf of the Sinaloa Cartel.

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Boxing Star Julio César Chávez Jr. Walks Free While Awaiting Trial in Mexico. Where Is He Now?

According to his attorney, Rubén Benítez Álvarez, Chávez, the son of legendary champion Julio César Chávez, is facing charges of organized crime for allegedly taking part, without leadership, administration, or direction, in the clandestine trafficking of firearms into Mexico. Julio César Chávez Jr. was released this weekend.

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Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. will go to trial for allegations of cartel ties, judge says

A Mexican judge says Mexican boxer Julio César Chávez Jr. will go on trial for accusations of having cartel ties but can await that trial outside of detention

The Independent UK

El Chapo's Granddaughter Frida Sofía Guzmán Breaks Silence on Stepfather Julio César Chávez Jr. in Prison

Born to Édgar Guzmán, the eldest son of El Chapo Guzmán, and Frida Muñoz, the young woman has expressed her support for her stepfather and mother. Frida Sofía Guzmán Muñoz is the foster child of Julio César Chávez Jr., who married her mother after she was widowed.

Latin Times

U.S. Ambassador to Mexico Shares Photos of Julio César Chávez Jr. Arrest and Deportation

Handcuffed and heavily guarded, Julio César Chávez's son was deported from the United States to Mexico. The US ambassador released shocking images of the moment Julio César Chávez Jr. crossed the border.

Latin Times

Former Top Mexican Boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. Taken To Maximum Security Prison After Removal From U.S.

Former boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. is already in a Mexican maximum security prison after being arrested in the U.S. in July

Latin Times

Julio César Chávez Jr. Breaks Silence from ICE Jail: What He Told His Father Mexican Boxing Legend Julio César Chávez

Julio César Chávez confirms he spoke to his son Junior, now in ICE custody in Texas, and says the boxer is in shock and denies all accusations.

Latin Times

Where Is Julio César Chávez Jr.? His Legal Team Speaks Out

After his first hearing before a judge to face drug trafficking charges, the Mexican boxer disappeared from public view, causing concern among his fans and family. However, Julio César Chávez Jr.'s lawyer assured him that he is not in hiding.

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Criminal Group Allegedly Tied With Mexican Boxer Set Up Warehouses To Adapt Arms Smuggled From U.S.

The group tied with Mexican boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. reportedly set up warehouses to adapt arms smuggled from the U.S.

Latin Times

Julio César Chávez Jr.'s Family Pleads For Prayers As Former Boxer Remains Unaccounted For Following ICE Arrest

Chávez Jr.'s attorney, Michael Goldstein, said boxer Julio Cesar Chavez Jr. was recently held by DHS in Hidalgo, Texas, but could not confirm whether his client was still in the United States.

Latin Times

Mexican President Sheinbaum Rejects Party Ties With Arrested Mexican Boxer, Challenges Accusers To File a Suit

Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum rejected accusations of ties between the ruling Morena party and Julio Cesar Chavez Jr., the boxer arrested in the U.S. last week

Latin Times

Julio César Chávez Jr.'s Longstanding Ties to Sinaloa Cartel Include Family Connections, Journalist Says

Journalist Anabel Hernández suggested the possibility that Chávez Jr.'s residence in the United States could be connected to agreements made between U.S. authorities and Ovidio Guzmán as part of his ongoing legal proceedings

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The Guardian - US

Boxer Julio César Chávez Jr was a cartel henchman, Mexican prosecutors claim

Prosecutors say Chávez treated gang rivals ‘like a punchbag’ after Ice arrested the former world champion in California

The Independent UK

In Sinaloa's capital, news of a boxing scion's arrest and allegations of cartel ties cause unease

The arrest of Julio César Chávez Jr., son of Mexican boxing legend Julio César Chávez, for overstaying his visa in the U.S. and lying on a green card application shook Sinaloa state's capital

International Business Times UK

Julio César Chávez Jr Arrest Fallout: Why Jake Paul's Biggest Win May Now Backfire

Chávez Jr. was arrested by ICE over cartel links, casting doubt on Jake Paul's recent victory and raising questions about the fight's legitimacy.

The Independent UK

Who is Julio César Chávez Jr., the Mexican boxer facing deportation from the US?

Julio César Chávez Jr. is the firstborn son and namesake of the man considered the best Mexican boxer in history

Sports Illustrated

Julio César Chávez Jr. Detained by ICE Officials Days After Jake Paul Fight

The former boxing middleweight champion is being processed for an expedited removal from the United States, according to DHS.

The Guardian - US

Former world champion Julio César Chávez Jr arrested by Ice over alleged cartel ties

The former world champion’s son is being processed for removal from the US after Ice agents arrested him in California

The Independent UK

Jake Paul furiously quits Piers Morgan interview after fat-shaming host

YouTuber-turned-professional boxer appeared on ‘Piers Morgan Uncensored’ ahead of his fight against Julio César Chávez Jr.

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